Plant Industry - Plant Protection Section -
Plant Conservation Program

Plant Conservation Preserve Guided Tour Schedule

Download the 2012 Spring schedule here.

Due to the fragile nature of these sites, guided tours will be limited to 15 participants- RSVP is necessary.  There are no trails, no facilities, and no water.  Often, these are remote sites, so you will be asked to bring water and snacks with you. 

Contact Nancy Stewart to RSVP, (919) 707-3755 or nancy.stewart@ncagr.gov. You will receive directions and any additional information when you have registered with Nancy.

There is no fee for Friends of Plant Conservation members; members of the public will pay $10, which may be applied to membership. Plant and seed collecting is strictly forbidden on Plant Conservation Preserves. This is also true during guided tours.  

We ask that you leave your pets at home.

Guided Tours of NC Plant Conservation Program preserves are also avilable by request. If you would like to arrange a walk for a specific small group, contact Lesley Starke (919) 707-3758 or lesley.starke@ncagr.gov for more information.